Assessment of biosecurity measures of poultry farmers in commercial poultry farms in Ikot-Ekpene and Uyo LGA, Akwa-Ibom State
Abstract:Biosecurity is an important part of any successful poultry production system. This study was conducted to assess the biosecurity practices of poultry farmers in commercial poultry farms in Uyo and Ikot-Ekpene LGA of Akwa-Ibom State, Nigeria. Fifty (50) poultry farms were selected for this study and their biosecurity practices were assessed using structured questionnaires administered to the commercial poultry farm owners. Descriptive statistics and inferential statistics such as odd’s ratio at 95% confidence i… Show more
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